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Albertsons is the second largest supermarket operator in the United States with more than 2,200 stores across a variety of banners. About 80% of the firm's sales stem from non-perishable and fresh food, of which 25% comes from its portfolio of private brands. The company operates fuel centers and pharmacies at about 20% and 75% of its store locations, respectively. Albertsons went public in 2020 following years of ownership under private equity firm Cerberus Capital Management, which still owns about a fourth of outstanding shares.

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Providing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish, 10 analysts have published ratings on Albertsons Companies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACI#NYSE">ACI</a>) in the last three months.
In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $24.2, along with a high estimate of $26.00 and a low estimate of $22.00. This current average has increased by 2.98% from the previous average price target of $23.50. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743706855_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Albertsons Companies is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Steven Shemesh</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steven Shemesh</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Montani</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joe Feldman</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joe Feldman</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Leah Jordan</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Paul Lejuez</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steven Shemesh</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joe Feldman</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steven Shemesh</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Albertsons Companies. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of Albertsons Companies compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for Albertsons Companies's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Albertsons Companies's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>About Albertsons Companies</h2>
Albertsons is the second largest supermarket operator in the United States with more than 2,200 stores across a variety of banners. About 80% of the firm's sales stem from non-perishable and fresh food, of which 25% comes from its portfolio of private brands. The company operates fuel centers and pharmacies at about 20% and 75% of its store locations, respectively. Albertsons went public in 2020 following years of ownership under private equity firm Cerberus Capital Management, which still owns about a fourth of outstanding shares.
<h3>Breaking Down Albertsons Companies's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization: Exceeding industry standards, the company's market capitalization places it above industry average in size relative to peers. This emphasizes its significant scale and robust market position.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Albertsons Companies's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 1.17% as of 30 November, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Consumer Staples sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Albertsons Companies's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 2.13%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Albertsons Companies's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 12.55% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Albertsons Companies's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 1.51%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Albertsons Companies's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 4.22. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
If you want to keep track of which analysts are outperforming others, you can view updated analyst ratings along withanalyst success scores in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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RBC Capital analyst Steven Shemesh reiterates Albertsons Companies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACI#NYSE">ACI</a>) with a Outperform and maintains $23 price target.

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On Tuesday, The Kroger Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KR#NYSE">KR</a>) announced it has submitted its official response and counterclaims in the Delaware Court of Chancery regarding the lawsuit filed by Albertsons Companies Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACI#NYSE">ACI</a>), which relates to the termination of their <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/03/n44474773/kroger-files-legal-response-brings-counterclaims-against-albertsons" rel="noreferrer noopener">merger agreement in December 2024.</a>
In its counterclaims, Kroger accused Albertsons of acting in bad faith by damaging Kroger&#8217;s efforts to obtain regulatory approval for the merger.
Kroger alleged that Albertsons secretly collaborated with C&amp;S Wholesale Grocers, the designated buyer for divestitures, to pursue its own agenda.
The filing highlighted evidence uncovered during antitrust trials, which include private communications between Albertsons&#8217; executives, such as CEO-designate Susan Morris, and C&amp;S&#8217;s leadership.
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Kroger said these actions contributed to the merger's failure, as regulators were misled into believing C&amp;S was an unsuitable divestiture buyer.
Kroger further claimed that Albertsons executives contradicted their earlier testimony in antitrust hearings.
These actions form the basis of Kroger's argument that Albertsons is not entitled to the $600 million termination fee outlined in their agreement, nor any other damages.
Kroger is also using the counterclaims to seek compensation for the resources invested in the merger process.
The filing also stated that Albertsons devised a &#8220;Plan B&#8221; to initiate a legal dispute if the merger fell through, complete with falsified evidence.
This plan reportedly contained baseless accusations from Albertsons executives, which contradicted their sworn statements in court. Kroger argued that Albertsons had already pivoted to litigation long before the merger's failure, indicating that the company had abandoned its commitment to completing the deal.
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The Kroger Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KR#NYSE">KR</a>) today announced that it has filed its answer and counterclaims to the complaint brought by Albertsons in the Delaware Court of Chancery, in connection with the previous merger agreement between the two companies, which was terminated in December 2024.
As detailed in the court filing, while Kroger was working diligently to seek regulatory approval and close the merger, Albertsons was engaging in a secret and misguided campaign, together with C&amp;S Wholesale Grocers, the divestiture buyer, to pursue its own regulatory strategy, which ultimately undermined Kroger's efforts. Albertsons's misconduct shockingly came to light in the middle of the antitrust trials under government cross examination of Susan Morris, Albertsons's recently promoted CEO designate. As a result of its misconduct, Albertsons is not entitled to the $600 million termination fee under the terms of the parties' merger agreement, nor is Albertsons entitled to the other damages it seeks.
Kroger continues to capitalize on its business model, generating differentiated value for all stakeholders. This includes significant investments that are delivering lower prices and increasing wages, while further improving the experience for an expanding customer base. The Company recently reported quarterly results ahead of expectations and positive momentum in 2025, as it drives sustainable future growth and compelling total shareholder returns.

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RBC Capital analyst Steven Shemesh maintains Albertsons Companies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACI#NYSE">ACI</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $22 to $23.

RBC Capital Maintains Outperform on Albertsons Companies, Raises Price Target to $23

Evercore ISI Group analyst Michael Montani maintains Albertsons Companies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACI#NYSE">ACI</a>) with a In-Line and raises the price target from $21 to $22.

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Telsey Advisory Group analyst Joe Feldman maintains Albertsons Companies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACI#NYSE">ACI</a>) with a Outperform and maintains $26 price target.

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Analysts' ratings for Albertsons Companies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACI#NYSE">ACI</a>) over the last quarter vary from bullish to bearish, as provided by 12 analysts.
The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $23.42, a high estimate of $26.00, and a low estimate of $19.00. This current average has decreased by 1.68% from the previous average price target of $23.82. 
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<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Albertsons Companies. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Joe Feldman</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Leah Jordan</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Paul Lejuez</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steven Shemesh</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joe Feldman</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steven Shemesh</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Carden</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steven Shemesh</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joe Feldman</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joe Feldman</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
<td>$27.25</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Simeon Gutman</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steven Shemesh</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Albertsons Companies. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of Albertsons Companies compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Albertsons Companies's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Albertsons Companies's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ACI/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Albertsons Companies analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>About Albertsons Companies</h2>
Albertsons is the second largest supermarket operator in the United States with more than 2,200 stores across a variety of banners. About 80% of the firm's sales stem from non-perishable and fresh food, of which 25% comes from its portfolio of private brands. The company operates fuel centers and pharmacies at about 20% and 75% of its store locations, respectively. Albertsons went public in 2020 following years of ownership under private equity firm Cerberus Capital Management, which still owns about a fourth of outstanding shares.
<h3>Albertsons Companies's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization: Positioned above industry average, the company's market capitalization underscores its superiority in size, indicative of a strong market presence.
Revenue Growth: Albertsons Companies's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 November, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 1.17%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Consumer Staples sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 2.13%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Albertsons Companies's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 12.55% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Albertsons Companies's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 1.51%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Albertsons Companies's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 4.22. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
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Assessing Albertsons Companies: Insights From 12 Financial Analysts

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACI#NYSE">ACI</a>) has <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/03/b44093556/albertsons-companies-inc-announces-ceo-succession-plan" rel="noreferrer noopener">announced a major leadership </a>shift as CEO Vivek Sankaran plans to retire on May 1, 2025.
Susan Morris, who is currently the Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer, will step into the role. On the same day, Morris will also assume a seat on the company's Board of Directors, replacing Sankaran.
With nearly 40 years of experience in the grocery retail sector, Susan Morris has held several leadership positions within Albertsons.
Since January 2018, she has been at the helm of the company's retail operations, managing over 2,200 locations across 34 states.
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Her career includes roles such as Executive Vice President of Regional Operations and Division President in two distinct markets. Morris began her journey with Albertsons at a store in Denver, where she started her long-standing career.
&#8220;She is highly respected across the organization and industry, with a strong track record of operational success and passion for serving our customers and communities,&#8221; said Chair of the Albertsons Cos. Board of Directors, Jim Donald.
Outlook Reaffirmed: In addition to the leadership change announcement, Albertsons has<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/42874054/grocery-giant-albertsons-q3-sales-grow-as-pharmacy-products-shine" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> reaffirmed its financial projections</a> for 2024. The company expects Identical sales growth to be in the range of 1.8% to 2.0%.
Adjusted EBITDA is forecasted to be between $3.95 billion and $3.99 billion. The anticipated adjusted net income per Class A share is expected to be between $2.25 and $2.31 (consensus $2.29), while capital expenditures are estimated at between $1.8 billion and $1.9 billion.
The company also projects an effective income tax rate between 15% and 16%.
Price Action: ACI shares closed lower by 1.66% at $20.69 on Monday.
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Management

Grocery Giant Albertsons Names Susan Morris As New CEO

Albertsons Appoints Susan Morris As CEO; Succeeds Vivek Sankaran

Former U.S. Secretary of Labor Robert Reich has called out the tax reduction plans of the Donald Trump-led administration in an X post, terming them as an &#8220;absolutely shameless giveaway,&#8221; that could shoot up the deficit by $4.6 trillion.
What Happened: The possible tax cuts for rich individuals and lower corporate tax rates are likely to widen the U.S. trade deficit, which the Trump 2.0 administration would most likely fund from the tariffs imposed on its trading partners.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Trump wants to extend his tax cuts for rich individuals, which would add $4.6T to the deficit. But he wants to go even further, cutting the corporate tax rate to 15%. It&#39;s yet another absolutely shameless giveaway. <a href="https://t.co/mkAWOFkkUd">pic.twitter.com/mkAWOFkkUd</a>
&mdash; Robert Reich (@RBReich) <a href="https://twitter.com/RBReich/status/1891623719304339516?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 17, 2025</a></blockquote>
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The data from the Center For American Progress Action Fund or CAPAF shows that cutting the corporate tax rate down to 15% would save all sectors and companies billions of dollars in tax.
<ul>
<li>Top 100 U.S. Companies: Can expect a total annual tax cut of $48 billion despite reporting $1.1 trillion in profits in their 2023 annual report.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Top 10 U.S. Companies: Reported more than $520 billion in profits according to their 2023 annual report can expect an annual tax cut of $23 billion. These include firms like Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>), Comcast Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMCSA#NASDAQ">CMCSA</a>), and JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>).</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Oil: The five largest U.S. oil companies, including Exxon Mobil Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>), Chevron Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>), Marathon Petroleum Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>), Phillips 66 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PSX#NYSE">PSX</a>), and Valero Energy Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VLO#NYSE">VLO</a>) will receive an estimated $2.2 billion annual tax cut, despite over $80 billion in profits.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Pharma: The five largest U.S. drug makers, Johnson &amp; Johnson (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JNJ#NYSE">JNJ</a>), Merck &amp; Co Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRK#NYSE">MRK</a>), Pfizer Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PFE#NYSE">PFE</a>), AbbVie Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABBV#NYSE">ABBV</a>) and Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BMY#NYSE">BMY</a>) will receive an estimated $3.1 billion annual tax cut, despite over $50 billion in profits.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Banking: The five largest Wall Street banks, JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>), Citigroup Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/C#NYSE">C</a>), Wells Fargo &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>) and Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) will receive an estimated $4.1 billion annual tax cut, despite nearly $113 billion in profits.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Grocery: The five largest grocery companies, Kroger Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KR#NYSE">KR</a>), Costco Wholesale Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COST#NASDAQ">COST</a>), Albertsons Companies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACI#NYSE">ACI</a>), Target Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TGT#NYSE">TGT</a>) and Walmart Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) will receive an estimated $1.7 billion annual tax cut, despite over $29 billion in profits.</li>
</ul>
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Why It Matters: Trump has threatened all its trading partners with &#8220;reciprocal tariffs,&#8221; while already having implemented 25% on steel and aluminum imports.
According to economists like Craig Shapiro, who is a macro strategist at the Bear Traps Report, tariffs are the "<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43587245/tariffs-are-the-only-way-to-fund-tax-cuts-without-deficit-expansion-argues-expert-as-it-takes-center-stage-in-donald-trumps-economic-plan">only way</a>" to fund tax cuts without expanding the federal deficit. 
Shapiro likened Trump&#8217;s governance to that of a &#8220;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/02/43763438/trump-acting-like-a-mafia-don-says-this-economist-as-uncertainty-mounts-businesses-hold-back-in-fear-of-unforeseen-economic-shifts">Mafia Don</a>,&#8221; saying businesses are now uncertain about the economy&#8217;s direction. He noted fading &#8220;initial euphoria&#8221; and a &#8220;wait-and-see&#8221; approach from business leaders due to unclear policies, tariffs, trade agreement uncertainty, and fluctuating government spending. &#8211;
Price Action: On Friday, the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) which track the S&amp;P 500 and Nasdaq 100 indices, closed mixed. SPY fell 0.0049% to a value of $609.7, and QQQ was up by 0.42% to end at a value of $538.15, according to Benzinga Pro data.
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Department store chain Kroger Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KR#NYSE">KR</a>) has disclosed its succession&nbsp;plan for Chief Financial Officer role.
David Kennerley, who is currently the senior vice president and CFO for PepsiCo Inc Europe, will step into the role of senior vice president and CFO at Kroger beginning April 3, succeeding Todd Foley.
Kennerley will officially join the company on March 10, with Foley continuing as interim CFO until the end of Kroger&#8217;s fiscal year 2024.
In 2021, he was appointed group vice president and corporate controller; in 2024, he took on the role of interim CFO.
Foley will remain part of the senior leadership team, helping with the transition until the close of Kroger&#8217;s first quarter.
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On the other hand, Kennerley has had an extensive career at PepsiCo, joining the company in 2001. He has held several important roles, including serving as CFO for PepsiCo Europe.
&#8220;Consistent with Kroger&#8217;s history of thoughtful succession planning, David and Todd will transition seamlessly to ensure Kroger continues to deliver on its go-to-market strategy, providing access to fresh, affordable food for families across America and, by doing so, creating long term shareholder value,&#8221; said&nbsp;Chairman and CEO Rodney McMullen.
In December, competitor Albertsons Companies Inc called off its planned merger with Kroger and took legal action against the grocery giant, claiming that Kroger breached the merger agreement by not doing enough to obtain the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/legal/24/12/42444582/albertsons-puts-an-end-to-merger-deal-sues-kroger-following-court-ruling-we-believe-strongly-in-the-merits-of-our-case" rel="noreferrer noopener">necessary regulatory approval</a>.
Price Action: KR shares are trading higher by 0.70% at $65.51 at the last check Wednesday.
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Super Bowl LIX aired on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025 and the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22, ending the Chiefs' attempt to be the first three-peat <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/sports/25/02/43583513/eagles-fly-over-chiefs-40-22-as-super-bowl-lix-tests-potential-137-million-viewership-for-fox">Super Bowl winners.</a>
The game also featured dozens of commercials advertising products and showcasing new movies and television shows. They also featured many celebrity cameos.
What Happened: Super Bowl LIX commercials were <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/sports/25/02/43560232/super-bowl-lix-commercials-ai-celebs-muppets-warren-buffett-linked-brand-take-the-spotlight">priced between $7 million and $8 million</a> for a 30-second slot by Fox Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FOX#NASDAQ">FOX</a>)(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FOXA#NASDAQ">FOXA</a>), which had the media rights to the game.
Fox was able to secure $8 million or more for some last-second advertising inventory ahead of Sunday's game.
This author tracked all the commercials, from the singing of the National Anthem to the final round of ads after the Eagles won the Super Bowl. View the 2024 and 2023 Super Bowl commercials <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/sports/24/02/37076429/super-bowl-commercials-2024-complete-list-of-super-bowl-lviii-ads-and-companies-behind-them">here </a>and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/23/02/30883140/super-bowl-commercials-2023-the-complete-list-of-super-bowl-lvii-ads-and-the-companies-behi">here</a>. 
The tweet below shows the Super Bowl LIX commercial tracking in real time during the big game.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Super Bowl LIX Commercial Thread. Feel free to retweet. After National Anthem: Misson: Impossible The Final Reckoning Trailer <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24PARA&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$PARA</a> Sketches <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24SKX&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$SKX</a> TurboTax <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24INTU&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$INTU</a> NASCAR on Fox <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24FOX&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$FOX</a> After Con Toss: Lilo &amp; Stitch Live Action Spot <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24DIS&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$DIS</a> YouTubeTV <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24GOOG&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$GOOG</a>
&mdash; Chris Katje (@chriskatje) <a href="https://twitter.com/chriskatje/status/1888740049883173010?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 10, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Here&#8217;s a list of the Super Bowl LIX commercials and the companies behind them.
After National Anthem:
<ul>
<li>"Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning" Trailer, Paramount (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PARA#NASDAQ">PARA</a>)(NASDA:PARAA)</li>
<li>Skechers (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SKX#NYSE">SKX</a>)</li>
<li>TurboTax, brand of Intuit Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTU#NASDAQ">INTU</a>)</li>
<li>NASCAR on Fox</li>
</ul>
After Coin Toss:
<ul>
<li>Lilo &amp; Stitch live action movie teaser for Disney (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIS#NYSE">DIS</a>)</li>
<li>YouTube TV, brand of Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>)(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>)</li>
</ul>
After Kickoff, During First Quarter:
<ul>
<li>Dunkin'</li>
<li>"How to Train Your Dragon" live action movie trailer, Comcast (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMCSA#NASDAQ">CMCSA</a>)</li>
<li>Pfizer Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PFE#NYSE">PFE</a>)</li>
<li>"Thunderbolts" trailer, Marvel film from Disney</li>
<li>MSC Cruises</li>
<li>Little Caesars</li>
<li>Fox News</li>
<li>T-Mobile (NASDA:TMUS) with Starlink</li>
<li>Homes.com, brand of CoStar Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSGP#NASDAQ">CSGP</a>)</li>
<li>Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) with Ray-Ban</li>
<li>IndyCar racing on Fox</li>
<li>Doritos, brand of PepsiCo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEP#NASDAQ">PEP</a>)</li>
<li>Cirkul</li>
<li>Michelob Ultra, brand of Anheuser-Busch InBev (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BUD#NYSE">BUD</a>)</li>
</ul>
After End of First Quarter, During Second Quarter:
<ul>
<li>Disney+ and Hulu streaming platforms</li>
<li>Ritz, brand of Mondelez International (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MDLZ#NASDAQ">MDLZ</a>)</li>
<li>Red Bull</li>
<li>Squarespace</li>
<li>"The Floor" on Fox</li>
<li>Local Ad</li>
<li>Mountain Dew Baja Blast, brand of PepsiCo</li>
<li>Instacart, brand of Maplebear (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CART#NASDAQ">CART</a>)</li>
<li>Coors Light, brand of Molson Coors Beverage (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TAP#NYSE">TAP</a>)</li>
<li>Stand Up to Hate</li>
<li>FanDuel Kick of Destiny challenge, brand of Flutter Entertainment (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLUT#NYSE">FLUT</a>)</li>
<li>"Extracted" on Fox</li>
<li>Uber Eats, brand of Uber Technologies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UBER#NYSE">UBER</a>)</li>
<li>WeatherTech</li>
<li>TurboTax, brand of Intuit</li>
<li>NASCAR on Fox</li>
<li>Google Pixel phone with Gemini AI</li>
<li>UFL on Fox</li>
<li>Rocket Companies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RKT#NYSE">RKT</a>)</li>
<li>He Gets Us</li>
<li>Liquid Death</li>
<li>HexClad</li>
<li>Duracell, brand of Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>)(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>)</li>
<li>OpenAI</li>
<li>CoffeeMate, brand of Nestle (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSRGY#OTC">NSRGY</a>)</li>
<li>NFL youth organizations</li>
<li>Ram Truck, brand of Stellantis (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STLA#NYSE">STLA</a>)</li>
<li>Hellmann's, brand of Unilever (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UL#NYSE">UL</a>)</li>
<li>Pringles, brand of Kellanova (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/K#NYSE">K</a>)</li>
<li>Budweiser, brand of Anheuser-Busch InBev</li>
<li>Nike Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NKE#NYSE">NKE</a>)</li>
<li>NYU Langone Health</li>
<li>Novartis Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVS#NYSE">NVS</a>)</li>
</ul>
After End of Second Quarter, During Halftime, During Third Quarter:
<ul>
<li>IndyCar on Fox</li>
<li>MyFitnessPal</li>
<li>Yahoo!, brand of Apollo Global (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APO#NYSE">APO</a>) and Verizon Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>)</li>
<li>Southwest Airlines (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUV#NYSE">LUV</a>)</li>
<li>Jewel-Osco, brand of Albertsons (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACI#NYSE">ACI</a>)</li>
<li>Bayer Aspirin</li>
<li>"The Masked Singer" on Fox</li>
<li>Fox Nation streaming platform</li>
<li>On Holding (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ONON#NYSE">ONON</a>)</li>
<li>Angel Soft, brand of Georgia-Pacific</li>
<li>Reese's Lava Cup, brand of The Hershey Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSY#NYSE">HSY</a>)</li>
<li>NFL ad</li>
<li>Tubi streaming platform, brand of Fox</li>
<li>Fox shows</li>
<li>Local ad</li>
<li>Local ad</li>
<li>Salesforce Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRM#NYSE">CRM</a>)</li>
<li>DoorDash Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DASH#NASDAQ">DASH</a>)</li>
<li>Meta Platforms</li>
<li>Stand Up to Hate</li>
<li>Nerds</li>
<li>Lay's, brand of PepsiCo</li>
<li>"M3gan 2.0" trailer, distributed by Comcast</li>
<li>Taco Bell, brand of Yum! Brands (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YUM#NYSE">YUM</a>)</li>
<li>Nerdwallet</li>
<li>Häagen-Dazs</li>
<li>Tubi</li>
<li>Fox Nation</li>
<li>Bud Light, brand of Anheuser-Busch InBev</li>
<li>Hims &amp; Hers Health Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIMS#NYSE">HIMS</a>)</li>
<li>Poppi</li>
<li>TV shows on Fox</li>
</ul>
After End of Third Quarter, During Fourth Quarter:
<ul>
<li>Salesforce Inc</li>
<li>Ramp</li>
<li>Tullamore Dew whiskey</li>
<li>Toyota (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TM#NYSE">TM</a>)</li>
<li>Sandals Resorts</li>
<li>Local Ad</li>
<li>Jeep, brand of Stellantis</li>
<li>Tubi streaming platform</li>
<li>Fox News</li>
<li>Stella Artois, brand of Anheuser-Busch InBev</li>
<li>Dove, brand of Unilever</li>
<li>Booking.com (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKNG#NASDAQ">BKNG</a>)</li>
<li>UFL on Fox</li>
<li>Bosch</li>
<li>Totino's Pizza Rolls, brand of General Mills (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GIS#NYSE">GIS</a>)</li>
<li>GoDaddy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GDDY#NYSE">GDDY</a>)</li>
<li>Fetch</li>
<li>TV shows on Fox</li>
</ul>
End of Game, Eagles win 40-22, Final Ad Spot After Game:
<ul>
<li>Progressive (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PGR#NYSE">PGR</a>)</li>
<li>Adidas (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADDYY#OTC">ADDYY</a>)</li>
<li>Cirkul</li>
<li>Vrbo, brand of Expedia Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EXPE#NASDAQ">EXPE</a>)</li>
<li>Universal Resorts</li>
<li>Energy Transfer (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ET#NYSE">ET</a>)</li>
</ul>
The list includes all the Super Bowl LIX commercials that aired from the playing of the national anthem to the first ad break after the Eagles won.
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Winners and Losers: While everyone will have their own favorites and ads they wish they'd never seen, here's a look at some of the winners and losers.
USA Today asks consumers to <a href="https://admeter.usatoday.com/2025">vote </a>on their favorite Super Bowl commercials each year via the Ad Meter.
Here are the top 10 highest rated ads as of Monday morning:
<ol>
<li>Budweiser – "First Delivery"</li>
<li>Lay's – "The Little Farmer"</li>
<li>Michelob Ultra – "The ULTRA Hustle"</li>
<li>Stella Artois – "David and Dave</li>
<li>NFL – "Somebody"</li>
<li>NFL – "Flag 50"</li>
<li>Bud Light – "Big Men on Cul-De-Sac"</li>
<li>Uber Eats – "Century of Cravings"</li>
<li>Hellmann's – "When Sally Met Hellmann's"</li>
<li>Pfizer – "Knock Out"</li>
</ol>
Here are the 10 lowest rated ads as of Monday morning:
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<li>Tubi – "The Z Suite"</li>
<li>Fetch – "The Big Reward"</li>
<li>CoffeeMate – "Foam Diva"</li>
<li>Cirkul – "You Got Cirkul"</li>
<li>OpenAI – "ChatGPT: The Intelligence Age"</li>
<li>Squarespace – "A Tale As Old As Websites"</li>
<li>T-Mobile – "A New Era in Connectivity"</li>
<li>DoorDash – "DashPass Math"</li>
<li>Hims &amp; Hers – "Sick of the System"</li>
<li>GoDaddy – "Act Like You Know"</li>
</ol>
The list of winners shows that Anheuser-Busch InBev continues the tradition of unforgettable Super Bowl beer ads once again, taking four places on the top 10 list.
The list of losers shows that companies like CoffeeMate and Hims &amp; Hers, which had their first ever Super Bowl commercials may not have hit the mark with consumers watching.
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Albertsons Companies shares are trading higher after Goldman Sachs reinstated a Buy rating on the stock and announced a price target of $26.

Goldman Sachs analyst Leah Jordan reinstates Albertsons Companies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACI#NYSE">ACI</a>) with a Buy and announces $26 price target.

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Egg prices in the U.S. have risen 60% over the past year, due in large part to the bird flu ravaging commercial flocks. Here's a look at why experts see the<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/25/01/43117087/bird-flu-update-first-commercial-case-in-georgia-moderna-receives-590-million-to-develop-vaccine"> prices continuing to climb.</a> 
The Details: The average price for a dozen large, grade-A eggs rose 60% over the past year, reaching $4.15 in December, according <a href="https://data.bls.gov/timeseries/APU0000708111">to data</a> from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The USDA predicts egg prices <a href="https://www.ers.usda.gov/data-products/food-price-outlook/summary-findings#:~:text=In%202025,%20prices%20for%20all,of%20-2.7%20to%205.5%20percent.%5C">will </a>rise another 45% in 2025 due to a strain of bird flu known as H5N1 that killed 13.2 million commercial egg-laying hens in December.
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On top of the record-high prices, consumers are also facing egg shortages and purchase limits at major retailers like Costco Wholesale Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COST#NASDAQ">COST</a>) and Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACI#NYSE">ACI</a>). 
Data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture shows that a record number of more than 20 million egg-laying chickens died in the last quarter due to bird flu.&nbsp;
In an attempt to contain the virus, farmers are compensated for chickens and eggs that are destroyed through a USDA program which said it had paid out $1.25 billion to farmers since the outbreak started in 2022, according to a CBS News <a href="https://www.cbsnews.com/news/egg-industry-chicken-deaths-bird-flu/">report</a>.&nbsp;
In fact, egg producers are reporting record profits during the latest bird flu outbreak. Cal-Maine Foods Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CALM#NYSE">CALM</a>), the nation's largest egg producer, reported<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/01/42862269/cal-maine-foods-stock-climbs-after-strong-q2-results-eps-beat-revenues-beat"> its most recent </a>quarterly revenue at $954.7 million, well above the $751.49 million consensus estimate.
The company attributed its high revenue in part to restricted supply resulting from bird flu outbreaks. Cal-Maine Foods stock has gained more than 75% over the past six months.&nbsp;
Telsey Advisory Group analyst Sarang Vora initiated coverage this week on Vital Farms, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VITL#NASDAQ">VITL</a>), a smaller producer specializing in pasture-raised eggs. Vora said he sees the company&#8217;s sales growing at an annual growth rate of 19% to 20% and hitting the $1 billion mark in 2027, versus $600 million in 2024. 
This week, Rose Acre Farms, the second-largest egg producer in the U.S., confirmed its chickens had tested positive for bird flu, likely extending the period of high egg prices and shortages. 
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미국의 계란(달걀) 가격이 주로 조류 독감으로 상업용 가금류가 큰 피해를 입었기 때문 지난 1년 동안 60% 상승했다. 전문가들이 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/25/01/43117087/bird-flu-update-first-commercial-case-in-georgia-moderna-receives-590-million-to-develop-vaccine" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-google-interstitial="false">가격이 계속 상승할 것</a>으로 보고 있는 이유를 살펴보겠다.
상세 내용: 대형 A급 달걀 1판의 평균 가격이 지난 1년 동안 60% 상승해 12월에는 4.15달러에 달했다. 이는 <a href="https://data.bls.gov/timeseries/APU0000708111">노동통계국</a>의 데이터에 따른 것입니다. 미 농무부(USDA)는 H5N1이라는 조류 독감 바이러스 변종이 12월에 1,320만 마리의 상업용 산란용 닭을 죽여서 2025년까지 달걀 가격이 추가로 45% 상승할 것이라고 예측하고 있다.
다음 읽기: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/travel/25/01/43343648/all-60-passengers-4-crew-members-onboard-american-airlines-jet-feared-dead-after-midair-collision-official-says">미국 항공기 중간 충돌로 64명 사망, 2001년 이후 최악의 항공 재난 </a>
기록적인 고가 외에도 소비자들은 주요 소매업체인 코스트코 홀세일(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COST#NASDAQ">COST</a>)과 앨버트슨스(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACI#NYSE">ACI</a>)에서 달걀 부족과 구매 제한에 직면하고 있다.
미국 농무부의 데이터에 따르면 조류 독감으로 인해 지난 분기 동안 2천만 마리 이상의 산란 닭이 사망한 기록이 있다.
이 바이러스를 차단하기 위한 노력의 일환으로, 농부들은 파괴된 닭과 달걀에 대해 USDA 프로그램을 통해 보상을 받는다. CBS 뉴스 <a href="https://www.cbsnews.com/news/egg-industry-chicken-deaths-bird-flu/">보도</a>에 따르면, 2022년 발병 이후 농부들에게 12억 5천만 달러가 지급되었다.
실제로 달걀 생산자들은 최근 조류 독감 발병 중에 기록적인 수익을 보고하고 있다. 칼메인 푸즈(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CALM#NYSE">CALM</a>), 미국 최대의 달걀 생산업체는 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/01/42862269/cal-maine-foods-stock-climbs-after-strong-q2-results-eps-beat-revenues-beat">최근 분기 매출이 9억 5천 4백만 달러</a>로, 7억 5천 1백 49만 달러라는 컨센서스 추정치를 크게 웃돌았다고 보고했다.
이 회사는 조류 독감 발병으로 인한 공급 제한이 매출 증가의 일부 원인이라고 설명했다. 칼메인 푸즈의 주가는 지난 6개월 동안 75% 이상 상승했다.
텔시 어드바이저리 그룹의 애널리스트 사랑 보라(Sarang Vora)는 이번 주에 바이탈 팜스(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VITL#NASDAQ">VITL</a>), 풀밭에서 기른 달걀을 전문으로 하는 중소 생산업체에 대한 분석을 시작했다. 보라는 이 회사의 매출이 연평균 19%에서 20% 성장하여 2027년에는 10억 달러에 이를 것으로 보고했다. 이는 2024년 6억 달러에 비해 증가한 수치이다.
이번 주, 로즈 에이커 팜스(Rose Acre Farms), 미국에서 두 번째로 큰 달걀 생산업체가 조류 독감 양성 반응을 보인 닭을 확인하여 달걀 가격과 부족 기간이 연장될 가능성을 높였다.

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화요일(10일) 크로거(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KR#NYSE">KR</a>) 주가는 미국 판사가 앨버트슨(Albertsons Companies Inc)과의 합병을 막았다는 보도가 나온 후 상승 마감했다.
무슨 일 있었나: <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-12-10/kroger-s-24-6-billion-albertsons-deal-blocked-by-federal-judge?embedded-checkout=true" target="_blank" rel="noopener">블룸버그</a>에 따르면 애드리안 넬슨 미국 지방 판사는 화요일 오리건 연방법원에 제출된 판결에서 미국 연방거래위원회(FTC)의 손을 들어주었다. 넬슨 판사는 크로거와 앨버트슨의 합병 거래가 식료품 분야의 경쟁에 영향을 미칠 것이라고 판단했다.
FTC는 이번 합병 제안이 독점 금지법을 위반한다고 주장했다. 두 회사는 FTC에 적절한 경쟁을 유지하기 위해 수백 개의 매장을 C&amp;S 홀세일 그로서스(C&amp;S Wholesale Grocers)에 매각하는 계획을 제출했다. 넬슨 판사는 화요일에 이 매각 계획이 합병의 결과로 영향을 받을 경쟁을 대체하기에 충분하지 않다고 판결했다.
이 기사도 읽어보세요: <a href="https://kr.benzinga.com/news/usa/stocks/%EC%9B%94%EA%B7%B8%EB%A6%B0%EC%8A%A4-%EC%A3%BC%EC%8B%9D%EC%9D%B4-%EC%82%AC%EB%AA%A8%ED%88%AC%EC%9E%90%EC%97%90-%EB%A7%A4%EA%B0%81-%EA%B0%80%EB%8A%A5%EC%84%B1-%EB%B3%B4%EB%8F%84%EB%A1%9C-17-%EC%9D%B4/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">월그린스 주식이 사모투자에 매각 가능성 보도로 17% 이상 급등: 알아야 할 사항</a>
이 합병 거래가 승인된다면 크로거는 미국 전역에 걸쳐 약 5,000개의 매장을 소유하게 될 것이다. 로이터에 따르면, 크로거와 앨버트슨은 재판에서 월마트나 아마존 같은 글로벌 대기업과 경쟁하기 위해서는 합병이 필요하다고 주장했다. 한편, 식료품 노동조합은 합병이 일자리 감소로 이어질 가능성이 있다고 주장하며 합병을 비판했다.
이번 판결은 아마도 합병 거래의 종료를 의미할 것이다. 양사의 변호사들은 판사가 FTC의 손을 들어줄 경우, 이번 거래는 무산될 가능성이 높다고 말했다.
합병을 차단하는 판결 소식에 크로거의 주가는 5% 이상 급등한 반면, 앨버트슨의 주가는 4% 가까이 하락했다.
크로거 주가 움직임: 크로거의 주가는 올해 들어 지금까지 약 32% 상승했다. <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Benzinga Pro</a> 데이터에 따르면, 화요일 종가는 5.14% 상승한 60.73달러였다.
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스피릿 항공(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAVE#NYSE">SAVE</a>)이 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/41182466" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-google-interstitial="false">파산 신청을 고려</a> 중이라는 소식이 퍼지자, 비판자들은 소셜 미디어를 통해 바이든 행정부를 비난했다.
그 이유는 무엇일까? 올해 1월, 미국 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/01/36648448/jetblue-spirit-airlines-merger-blocked-spirit-shares-tumble">반독점 규제 당국</a>이 제트블루 항공(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JBLU#NASDAQ">JBLU</a>)의 38억 달러에 스피릿 인수를 차단한 사건을 기억해 보자. 실제로 지난 4년 동안, 규제 당국은 경쟁을 저해한다고 판단되는 인수합병 활동을 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/24/09/40693260/kroger-albertsons-merger-in-ftc-crosshairs-customers-competitors-at-risk">종종 저지해왔다.</a> 예를 들어 크로거(NYSE:<a class="items-end ticker-link-wrapper inline-flex" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/kr" target="_blank" rel="dofollow noopener" aria-label="Go to Quote Page for KR" data-google-interstitial="false">KR</a>)와 앨버트슨(NYSE:<a class="items-end ticker-link-wrapper inline-flex" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/aci" target="_blank" rel="dofollow noopener" aria-label="Go to Quote Page for ACI" data-google-interstitial="false">ACI</a>)의 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/large-cap/22/10/29266605/kroger-albertsons-finally-seal-the-rumored-merger-deal-see-highlights">250억 달러 규모 합병</a>과 같은 사례가 있다.
제트블루/스피릿 사건도 다르지 않았다. 이번 주로 넘어가면, <a href="https://www.wsj.com/articles/spirit-airlines-in-talks-with-bondholders-over-terms-of-potential-bankruptcy-filing-fdd23fae">월스트리트 저널</a>이 보도한 바와 같이 스피릿은 채권자 및 채무자들과 협상 중이며, 챕터 11 파산이 문제를 해결할 최선의 선택인지 검토하고 있다.
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관찰자들은 제트블루의 인수로 일자리가 유지되고 항공사 자체가 구제될 수 있었을 것이라고 주장했다. 스피릿의 문제는 여러 대의 에어버스 비행기를 터보팬 엔진 문제로 운항 중지해야 했던 것에서 비롯된 것임을 주목할 필요가 있다.
뱅크 오브 아메리카 증권의 분석가들은 1월에 스피릿의 지속적인 엔진 수리가 &#8220;전통적인 초저가 항공사 모델&#8221;에 악영향을 미쳤다고 언급했다.
플로리다주 다니아 비치에 본사를 둔 스피릿은 또한 &#8220;가격에 민감한 레저 여행객들 간의 치열한 경쟁&#8221;과 국내 항공편 좌석의 공급 과잉&#8221;을 재정적 어려움의 원인으로 꼽았다.
&#8220;이 모든 것은 바이든과 그의 FTC 팀 덕분이다. 잘했다, 조!&#8221;라는 한 소셜 미디어 사용자의 글이 올라왔다.
선례를 보면 제트블루와의 거래가 스피릿에게 안전망이 되지 않았을 것이라는 점은 분명하다. 대부분의 주요 항공사 인수합병은 타겟이 부실 자산이든 아니든 일자리 손실로 이어지기 때문이다.
참고: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/10/41178053/spirit-airlines-engages-in-bankruptcy-talks-amid-financial-struggles-report">스피릿 항공, 금융적 어려움 속에서 파산 협상 진행 중</a>
합병의 규모와 영향은 합병의 크기와 같은 여러 요인에 따라 달라질 수 있다. 주요 합병으로 인한 일자리 손실의 몇 가지 예시는 다음과 같다:
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<li>아메리칸 항공(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAL#NASDAQ">AAL</a>)과 US 에어웨이스(US Airways): 2013년 인수 합병 후 몇 천 개의 일자리가 사라졌다. 추정치는 1,500~3,000개의 직위가 줄어들었다.</li>
<li>유나이티드 항공(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>)과 콘티넨털 항공(Continental Airlines): 2010년 합병으로 약 1,500~2,000개의 일자리가 사라졌다. 이러한 감축은 주로 중복된 기업 및 관리 직책 때문이었다.</li>
<li>델타 항공(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>)과 노스웨스트 항공(Northwest Airlines): 2008년 합병은 결합된 항공사가 성장하는 데 도움을 주었지만, 약 2,000~3,000개의 일자리가 사라지는 결과를 초래했다.</li>
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항공사 합병은 종종 노선 및 용량 최적화를 통해 덜 수익성이 좋은 분야에서의 인력 필요성을 줄인다. 연료 및 인건비 절감과 같은 비용 시너지는 추가 감축을 촉발할 수 있다. 항공기 통합은 구형 항공기를 퇴출시키고 기술직 직원들에게 영향을 줄 수 있다.
노조 합의 및 노동 계약은 합병된 항공사가 인건비 및 복리를 조정함에 따라 해고로 이어질 수도 있다.
모든 합병이 심각한 일자리 손실로 이어지는 것은 아니지만, 파산도 마찬가지이다. 회사가 챕터 11을 신청하면 부채와 운영을 재조정하면서 운영을 계속할 수 있어 재정적으로 생존할 기회를 제공하므로 때로는 일자리를 구할 수 있다.
이 과정에서 회사는 계약을 재구성하고, 채권자들과 재협상하며, 운영을 효율화할 수 있다. 이는 완전 청산에서 잃어버릴 일자리를 보호하는 데 도움이 될 수 있다. 해고가 발생할 수 있지만, 챕터 11은 사업이 회복되고 일부 인력을 보호할 기회를 더 많이 제공한다.
스피릿의 부채는 월스트리트 저널에 따르면 약 33억 달러에 달한다.
최근 항공사 파산 사례로는 2017년에 발생한 버진 아메리카(Virgin America)와 모나크 항공(Monarch Airlines), 2019년 와우 에어(WOW Air), 2020년 LATAM 항공 그룹 SA(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LTM#NYSE">LTM</a>)가 있다. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41123208/latam-airlines-earnings-will-remain-higher-for-longer-says-bullish-analyst">모건 스탠리의 애널리스트에 따르면</a>, LATAM은 2022년에 파산에서 회복되어 더 강하고 더 크고 효율적으로 재편성되었다.
다음은 (What's Next): 스피릿이 파산 절차를 진행할지 여부는 아직 불확실하다. 금요일 스피릿 주가는 24.55% 하락하여 1.69달러에 마감되었다. 이후 시간외 거래에서 1.78% 추가 하락했다.
2024년에는 주가가 89% 이상 하락했다.

이제 읽어보세요: 
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<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41124443/whats-going-on-with-delta-united-and-spirit-airlines-shares-tuesday">델타, 유나이티드, 스피릿 항공 주식에 무슨 일이 있었나?</a></li>
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